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UPDATED May 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
May 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Collins unveils “Florida Strong” plan to curb AI data centers
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Jay Collins rolls out “Florida Strong” to keep power grid local and limit AI data centers’ expansion in Polk County.
WHO: Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Jay Collins
WHAT: Unveiled the “Florida Strong” policy framework aimed at curbing AI data center growth to protect the local power grid
WHEN: May 7, 2026 at 4:09 PM ET
WHERE: Polk County, Florida
WHY: The digital gold rush from AI data centers is straining the power grid, prompting Collins to propose limits to keep energy local
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